Police are investigating allegations made against the Newton officer (Justin Miller) charged with exposing himself to motorists at traffic stops as well as beating a woman during an arrest. Newton Police Chief Michael Richards said “We’re aware of his concerns regarding the matter, and it’s something that’s currently under investigation.” Richards provided an account of… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Sexual Offenses
Ridgewood Man charged with possessing Child Pornography
Photo credit: Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office/NJ.com In Ridgewood a 49-year-old man had several hundred images and videos of pre-pubescent children engaged in sexual acts on his computer, according to prosecutors. Scott Selders, of Brookside Avenue in Ridgewood, NJ was arrested Friday 11/14/2014 on charges of endangering the welfare of a minor following an investigation by… Continue Reading
Newark Man Facing Charges for Sex Crimes in NJ Now Charged with Additional Child Pornography Crimes
U.S. Attorney Paul J. Fishman, of the U.S. Attorney General’s Office, recently announced an indictment against a man from Newark, New Jersey in a case involving the possession and distribution of child pornography. 58-year-old Newark resident Pedro Rios is now facing federal charges for possession of child pornography as well as distribution of child pornography.… Continue Reading
Paterson NJ Police Officer Accused of Sexual Assault Costs the City Millions, Could Receive Full Retirement Benefits
A Police Officer from Paterson, New Jersey who was tried in both criminal and civil cases in connection with a sexual assault case, may soon receive $70,000 from the city upon his official retirement from the Paterson Police Department. Officer Manuel Avila originally faced charges for sexual assault after a female inmate accused him of… Continue Reading
Research Reveals Insufficient Monitoring of Sex Offender Parolees in NJ
According to a new report published by the Office of Legislative Services, containing data regarding the supervision of registered sex offenders in New Jersey, parole officers tasked with this responsibility are currently failing to meet the requirements of New Jersey laws. Under the New Jersey Criminal Code, statutesN.J.S.A. 2C:47-1 through N.J.S.A. 2C:47-10, known collectively as… Continue Reading
